ACT, MFT and ABA: Discovering a Unique Alphabet with Matt Tapia (Part II)

Send us Fan MailABA on Tap is proud to present Matt Tapia (Part 2 of 2):Matt Tapia is a dually-credentialed professional, holding licenses as both a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Arizona and California and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This unique background allows him to offer a comprehensive, integrated perspective on mental health and behavior, drawing from both clinical counseling and applied behavior analysis.Matt's therapeutic approach is heavily influenced by third-wave behavioral therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). His work focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families navigate a broad spectrum of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and caregiving stress, particularly for those within the autism and neurodivergent communities.In addition to his clinical practice, Matt serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) where he helps develop and review national exam questions for aspiring BCBAs and RBTs. He holds a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University and is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS). With a commitment to meeting clients where they are, Matt uses a collaborative, team-based approach to help people build meaningful and fulfilling lives.Support the show🔥 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform!📢 Connect with Us:🔗 Website: https://abaontap.com🎧 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aba.on.tap.podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abaontap/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ABAonTap💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aba-on-tap💡 Support the Show:☕ Love what we do? Buy us a virtual drink! Support ABA on Tap🎙️ Interested in sponsoring? Partner with us🚀 Join the ABA on Tap Community! Stay updated on the latest episodes, live events, and exclusive content.🎧 Analyze Responsibly & Keep the Conversation Going! 🍻